West Catholic Preparatory High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked PA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 414 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

West Catholic Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	West Catholic Preparatory High School
9	121
10	112
11	93
12	88

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Grade 9 is largest with 121 students, while Grade 12 is smaller at 88.

Year Founded

1916

Student Body

Total Students

414 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

94%

State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

41 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,900

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White, Gold, Blue

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Burr-man

School Notes

The West Philadelphia Catholic High School is part of the Secondary School System of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
West Philadelphia Catholic High School is a Catholic Community of academic excellence in an urban setting open to all students.
The school's academic, technological, and co-curricular programs help develop our diverse student body into young men and women of strong moral character prepared to accept the challenges of a dynamic, ever changing global society.
We believe that education is a life-long process and that the school, parents, and students are partners in the moral and academic learning experience.

The West Philadelphia Catholic High School is part of the Secondary School System of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. West Philadelphia Catholic High School is a Catholic Community of academic excellence in an urban setting open to all students. The school's academic, technological, and co-curricular programs help develop our diverse student body into young men and women of strong moral character prepared to accept the challenges of a dynamic, ever changing global society. We believe that education is a life-long process and that the school, parents, and students are partners in the moral and academic learning experience.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are West Catholic Preparatory High School often compared to?

West Catholic Preparatory High School is often viewed alongside schools like Sts John Neumann & Maria Garetti Catholic High School by visitors of our site.

What is West Catholic Preparatory High School's ranking?

West Catholic Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for West Catholic Preparatory High School?

The application deadline for West Catholic Preparatory High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is West Catholic Preparatory High School located?

West Catholic Preparatory High School is located in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other private schools located in University City.

School Calendar

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Date

Thanksgiving Day - School Closed

November 26, 2026 (Thursday)

Thanksgiving Break - School Closed

November 27, 2026 (Friday)

Feast of the Immaculate Conception - School Closed

December 08, 2026 (Tuesday)

Christmas Eve - School Closed

December 24, 2026 (Thursday)

Christmas Day - School Closed

December 25, 2026 (Friday)

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5 9/19/2025

5 stars.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $12,234 for elementary schools and $18,734 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Philadelphia, PA is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).